The slow death of academic freedom
As academic freedom erodes at universities, saving it will require dedicated infrastructure and long-term support
Trump treats war as entertainment
The president likes to watch "stuff blowing up" in Iran. People are paying for his distraction with their lives
Not just ICE: Do we need DHS?
In it’s 24 year history DHS has failed to make Americans safer and has become increasingly politicized
Trump EO hands election control to USPS
Much of Trump’s first executive order on elections has been blocked in court. This one is likely to be challenged
Trump's threat to NATO: I'll leave you
The president's longtime frustration with NATO has increased since the start of the Iran war
Dems, GOP declare victory in DHS deal
Both parties say they won the partial government shutdown
Trump storms out of SCOTUS
The president sat in on oral arguments around his birthright citizenship executive order
Trump critics: Voter roll EO is illegal
A new executive order from the president looks to create a federal voter roll. Critics say that's against the law
There is no one left to sell Trump’s war
One month into his war of choice with Iran, Donald Trump will finally address the nation on Operation Epic Fury
ExpressVPN vs. NordVPN
Choosing between these two top VPN services comes down to feature needs and budget
Why is my toothbrush texting me?
Privacy risks, hidden costs and excess utility have consumers suspicious of smart-home tech
The strategy behind Vance’s demon talk
Hopping on the "KPop Demon Hunters" trend won't save the vice president's career
SCOTUS could make new noncitizen class
An enormous administrative problem — and a mountain of paperwork for everyone — is only the tip of the iceberg
DOJ dropped 23000 cases in Trump turn
As the Trump admin pushed toward a focus on immigration, the DOJ shed an unprecedented number of cases
SCOTUS rules for conversion therapy
In an 8-1 decision, the court found a ban on conversion therapy for LGBTQ+ minors violated the First Amendment
Lawmakers probe ICE detention centers
Lawmakers warn that expanding detention centers will "exacerbate" inhumane conditions
Did Hegseth make sketchy investments?
A new report alleges Hegseth’s broker attempted to investment in defense companies prior to Iran war
Where to go when you only have 3 days
Madison, Los Angeles and Fort Worth deliver big on food, fun and ease — even when you only have a few days
Coffee cake, made better
Ricotta for lift, brown butter for depth and cinnamon that finally leads
7 ways to make chia seeds more exciting
From Thai tea pudding to savory crunch, new ideas that move chia beyond basic breakfasts
Orbán under threat in Hungary
A loss by the Hungarian strongman in the country's April 12 election would have ramifications for MAGA
Trump pushes rebrand of failed drug war
Using old, failed tactics, Trump puts U.S. influence over legitimate solutions
Trump changes elections without Congress
The president is influencing election policy at the state level despite striking out in Congress
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